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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#997FB8 — Amethyst
#997FB8 is a mid-tone moderately saturated purple sitting at 267° on the color wheel. Below you will find every format, a full tint and shade ramp, contrast ratings, and five harmony schemes built around it.
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Tints and shades of #997FB8
- f7f5fa
- dfd7e9
- c7b9d8
- af9ac8
- 977cb7
- 7e5ea6
- 674c8a
- 513b6b
- 3a2a4d
- 231a2f
- 0c0910
Color schemes using #997FB8
complementary
Two opposite hues that create the strongest possible contrast and visual tension.
split complementary
A base hue paired with the two neighbours of its complement — bold but easier to balance.
triadic
Three hues spaced evenly around the wheel for a vibrant, well-balanced scheme.
tetradic
Two complementary pairs, giving you the widest range of usable accents.
monochromatic
A single hue explored across lightness and saturation for a refined, minimal look.
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#997FB8 FAQ
What color is #997FB8?
#997FB8 is a shade of amethyst in the purple family. It has a hue of 267 degrees, 29% saturation and 61% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #997FB8?
#997FB8 is rgb(153, 127, 184) in RGB, hsl(267, 29%, 61%) in HSL, and cmyk(17%, 31%, 0%, 28%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #997FB8?
White text on this background reaches 3.45:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 6.08:1.
What colors go well with #997FB8?
Its direct complement is #9EB87F. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #B8B67F and #82B87F gives you contrast without the vibration.